2004 Acura MDX vs. 1949 Bristol 400
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 849 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1949 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | MDX | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 54 L |
